KDHE Secretary among guests at Oct. 15 LiveWell Lawrence celebration

LiveWell Lawrence organized the first “World Largest Community Workout” in 2009 to promote physical activity and to raise awareness about its mission. The event drew hundreds of participants. A second workout was held in 2010.
by Karrey Britt

LiveWell Lawrence will mark its fifth anniversary with a community celebration from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Abe and Jake’s Landing, 8 E. Sixth St., in downtown Lawrence.

The celebration’s program begins at 5:15 p.m. and will include:

• Welcome — Hank Booth

• Bringing the vision of LiveWell to life — Marilyn Hull, of Douglas County Community Foundation.

There will be free food and beverages along with information booths about community activities ranging from school gardens and bicycling to workplace wellness and transportation planning.

The event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend.

LiveWell Lawrence organized the first “World Largest Community Workout” in 2009 to promote physical activity and to raise awareness about its mission. The event drew hundreds of participants. A second workout was held in 2010.
by Karrey Britt